Uwharrie Brewing Firehouse 5K & 1 Mile Run/Walk
Date and time
Saturday, October 3, 2026
Location
121 N. 3rd Street, Albemarle, NC
Date and time
Saturday, October 3, 2026
Location
121 N. 3rd Street, Albemarle, NC
Date and time
Saturday, October 3, 2026
Location
121 N. 3rd Street, Albemarle, NC
Uwharrie Brewing Firehouse Walk/Run 5K & 1-Mile
Saturday, October 3, 2026 | 9:00 AM
Uwharrie Brewing Parking Lot
121 N. 3rd Street
Albemarle, NC 28001
Start & Finish: Uwharrie Brewing
Join us for the 2nd Annual Uwharrie Brewing Firehouse Walk/Run 5K & 1-Mile — a family-friendly celebration of fitness, community, and our local fire service tradition.
This special event honors the historic firehouse, celebrates Uwharrie Brewing Firehouse Red, supports the Albemarle Fire Department, and kicks off Fire Prevention Week (October 4–10, 2026). Fire Prevention Week 2026 theme, “Charge into Fire Safety: Safe Charging Is a Superpower,” focuses on lithium-ion battery charging safety.
Whether you’re racing for a personal best, walking with friends, pushing a stroller, or cheering from the sidelines — this event is truly a race for every pace.
Registration Perks
Race T-Shirt included for all participants registered by October 1st, 2026 - Need to register by September 21st to insure you will have your shirt on race day. Participants 21+ receive a complimentary Uwharrie Brewing beer after the race Under 21 or prefer non-alcoholic? Choose from soft drinks, coffee, tea, or lemonade from Cascade Coffee. Race Day Fun (Stay After the Finish!)
The finish line celebration is part of the experience.
Enjoy:
FREE Sno-Biz Shaved Ice Games & Family Activities Face Painting by Vicki Galloway Coloring Books Fire Safety Demonstrations by the Albemarle Fire Department Community celebration at Uwharrie Brewing Uwharrie Brewing Running Club 5K & 1 Mile Run/Walk
The 5K is a professionally timed event and welcomes both runners and walkers.
Awards
Custom handcrafted awards to the Top 3 Male and Female Overall Finishers Custom-designed medals for Age Group Winners Age Groups
14 & Under 15–19 20–29 30–39 40–49 50–59 60–69 70+
5K Course:
Click Here for 5K Course
Route is marked with RED Arrows. Also, we will be having practice runs every Thursday night at 5:30 PM for anyone interested in trying out the run.
Virtual 5K Option
Can’t join us in person? Register for the Virtual 5K and complete your miles wherever you are. Your race shirt will be mailed directly to you.
Giving Back
100% of proceeds from the 5K support:
Local Fire Prevention initiatives Free Smoke Detector programs Fire Extinguisher distribution Support for the Uwharrie Brewing Running Club
H4G 1-Mile Run/Walk
Presented by Chris Watson
Looking for a shorter distance? Join the 1-Mile Run/Walk — a fun, non-timed event open to all ages and abilities.
Non-Timed Event Awards for Top Finishers Start & Finish at Uwharrie Brewing
Proceeds from the 1-Mile support H4G (Hungry for Gains).
1-Mile Course:
Click Here for Course
The route is marked with BLUE arrows. Come walk it anytime to try it.
Firefighter Challenge 5K
Participants are required to be active paid or volunteer firefighters and are required to wear Turnout gear to compete in this category. Turnout Coat and Pants with or without liners, Helmet, and Gloves. Footwear is up to the participant. It is suggested to not wear turnout boots. The winner of this challenge will receive $200.00. 2nd Place will receive $100.00. It will be Chip Timed. Pricing for this event is discounted for our Firefighters.
Packet Pickup
Friday, October 2 Uwharrie Brewing 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Race Day packet pickup will also be available.
Important Information
Runners, walkers, and strollers welcome Event held rain or shine No refunds
Sponsors:
Fire Chief Level
Lowes - Albemarle
Uwharrie Bank
PLP - Preformed Line Products
Seven Oaks Door & Hardware
On Foot Innovations
ABNO Group
Captain Level
First Bank
Cody Huneycutt - NC House
Friendly Chevrolet
Hoists Direct LLC
Fiberon
Juneberry Ridge
Visit Stanly
Lieutenant Level
Race 2 Adventure
Starnes Bramlett Jewelers
Stokes Construction
Stanly Aesthetics
Whataburger
Sno-Biz
Firefighter Level
Eddie Wall - State Farm Insurance
Carolina Health Solutions
Albemarle Sweet Shop
Course Records:
Overall Record - Mikayla Jones - 18:42.5
Top 3 Males:
Andrew Guazzerotti - 18:43.5
William Richardson - 20:35.9
Joseph Korzelius - 20:50.3
Top 3 Females:
Mikayla Jones - 18:42.5
Karmyn Russell - 24:02.0
Shana Barclay - 25:30.7
Thank you to our amazing sponsors for helping make this event possible.
5K
1 mile